The Senedd’s petitions committee agreed to pursue a debate after nearly 14,000 people added their voices to a chorus of calls for an overhaul of school transport.
Author: Chris Haines - ICNN Senedd Reporter
Airbnb holds ‘major reservations’ over Welsh tourism bill
Airbnb has warned property owners could check out of the Welsh tourism market for good over “rushed” licensing rules which could cost hosts up to an estimated £15m.
Senedd debate on ‘omnishambles’ UK budget ends in deadlock
Plaid Cymru’s Heledd Fychan led the charge ahead of the chancellor’s statement next week, warning public services cannot afford another UK budget that “sidelines Wales”.
Only fair or a silly idea?: Senedd split on calls for 2% wealth tax
Senedd politicians have called for a new wealth tax on the super-rich, sparking a fiery debate with the Conservatives who dismissed the notion as a “silly idea”.
Suspended Reform Senedd Member opens up on ‘nightmare’ investigation
South Wales East MS Laura Anne Jones was found to have brought the Senedd into disrepute following an investigation into comments she made in a WhatsApp group chat.
Former minister calls for urgent devolution of police powers
A Labour Senedd Member has called on the Welsh Government to hold talks with Westminster to ensure policing is “at long last, urgently devolved to Wales”.
Culture minister clashes with committee over funding
Culture minister Jack Sargeant said the Welsh Government’s “roll-over” draft budget, which increases broadly in line with inflation, marks a significant shift from only a few years ago.
Welsh Government set to miss key social housing target
Wales’ housing minister has been accused of “celebrating failure” after confirming the Welsh Government will miss a target to build 20,000 social homes.
Senedd’s speaker issues dire warning over £22m ‘black hole’
Elin Jones, the presiding officer or Llywydd, warned of dire knock-on effects for the Senedd of a failure to agree the Welsh Government’s 2026/27 budget.
Wales’ top lawyer backs ban on ex-politicians judging old colleagues
Former Senedd Members should be permanently banned from judging the conduct of old colleagues, Wales’ top lawyer has suggested – contradicting plans in a new recall bill.